Welcome to the site and anything is possibe in terms of performace and styling with these galants. Look around and you'll find many ideas
Hi!
I just found this site after years of frustration with Mits dealerships and mechanics that said nothing could be done with my 7G Galant ES. I searched through the posts but did not find what I was looking for, so here goes...
I have a Cherokee Red 97 Galant with 192+k miles on it (mostly freeway driving); bought in 2000 with 75k on it. I have a great Mech to take care of general maintenance, but I would like to find a shop or proven specialist that could take this car to the next level. Besides plus sizing the tires to 15" 60 series, adding mercury rims and a new Kenwood Double-din Audio system, the car is completely stock.
So what am I looking for? Increased performance (Better acceleration and handling), reducing engine noise (the car is sounding a little like a diesel) and upgrading the interior and exterior as well. The car is completely paid for and I want to keep her as long as is feasible - Hey, I like my Gal. :)
I can get into specifics as members respond, but here's the catch... I know this may sound pathetic, but I am not a motor dude. I've never worked on a car in my life. So if I tried to do what many of you have described in your posts, I'd probably end up on the news under the heading 'Don't let this happen to you!' :shock: So now that I've admitted my lack of knowledge, I'm basically asking for your help.
Thanks in advance for your input, and if I posted in wrong forum please don't be angry. I'm pumped to find this place exists, so if I blew it I apologize.
Thanks!
Welcome to the site and anything is possibe in terms of performace and styling with these galants. Look around and you'll find many ideas
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if your car is sounding like a diesel it could be a few things a REALLY bad knock, lifter tick. but if thats the case maybe its time for a new motor, if you need a new motor then there are options that you can search around for. Before going that far should get a compression check you don't want to start adding more power to a motor that isn't 100% Good luck on your project.
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Welcome. Where in Socal are you? I have a guy I go to and I am very very picky! I would send anyone to him.
As far as your ride...post some pics...that will help people give you some ideas of what might look good and all.
If you need a new engine... 2 recommended places
1. www.karking.com
2. www.msrecycling.com
Good luck and post those pics
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well the handling can be tweaked to nirvana and back...but if you're not a motor dude and have 192K+ on your current one, then your acceleration/performance isn't going to change much....if at all....springs/struts....camber kit on all wheels....then a sway bar...prothane bushings....underbraces....it would be superb
Kimya,
That's what I've been looking for. A place that will make my Gal run like she should :smt023 Hit me back with the info here or via PM. And you're right, I should post some pics - just haven't had the time to do that when other things have higher priority. I will post asap so I can get your honest opinions.
Thanks for all the input, it does make a difference. I do have a couple of related questions, but they probably should be listed under another thread. I'll be looking for your responses.
Thanks! :D
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